A bill calling for a constitutional convention to begin May 20th is awaiting debate on the House floor. Democrats say they are uncomfortable rushing into a constitutional convention without more details on what could possibly be moved into state statue. There’s a concern the state’s popular 75-thousand dollars homestead exemption will be removed from the constitution. Governor Jeff Landry says that’s not his intent…

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The full House has approved a bill that removes the requirement that businesses must provide minor workers a 20-minute break if they work for five consecutive hours. Denham Springs Representative Roger Wilder says there are minors who are eager to work and the state should not hold them back or prevent businesses from working them more than five consecutive hours…

Cut 8 (11) “…wanting to work.” 

The measure heads to the Senate for more discussion.

An arrest has been made in the case where the torso of 19-year-old Sheryl Turner of New Iberia was found floating the Ouachita River, on January 24^th. Catahoula Parish Sheriff Detective Dewain Littleton says 29-year-old Anthony Holland, Junior of West Monroe confessed that he dismembered and disposed of her body.

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Littleton says Holland was unemployed but had been a cross-country truck driver, and there could possibly be more arrests.

Cardell Hayes is sentenced to 25 years in prison today. It’s his second sentencing in the 2016 fatal shooting of retired NFL star Will Smith after a road rage incident. A jury voted 10 to 2 to convict Hayes in December of 2016 but that verdict was thrown out when non-unanimous jury decisions were ruled unconstitutional in Louisiana.

Anthony Holland of West Monroe has been arrested in connection to the death of Sheryl Tuner of New Iberia, whose torso was found floating in the Ouachita River. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Cardell Hayes, who fatally shot retired NFL star Will Smith in a 2016 road rage incident was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the second time today. His earlier conviction had been thrown out because the Supreme Court outlawed non-unanimous verdicts and the jury in his first trial voted 10-2 to convict.

Governor Jeff Landry explained the need for a constitutional convention in a press conference today. The goal is to move certain sections of the constitution into state law. Landry says these changes will hopefully result in more budget flexibility when the state is facing a deficit. He says right now the Legislature’s hands are tied during tough budget times, resulting in big cuts to health care and education…

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LSU gymnastics program has been around for 50 years and has become the 8th school in NCAA history to win a national championship in gymnastics. They were honored with a parade and a celebration last night. Coach Jay Clark believes more championships are in their future…

Cut 13 (10) “…Geaux Tigers. (cheers fade)”

Governor Jeff Landry held a press conference today to tout the need for a constitutional convention. Landry says the convention would allow for ever legislator and 27 delegates appointed by the governor to make changes to the state constitution. Landry says the main goal is to create more flexibility during tough budget times, so health care and education do not take a brunt of the cuts…
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A bill that calls for constitutional convention is awaiting debate on the House floor.

LSU honored its women’s gymnastics team with a parade and a celebration inside the PMAC last night. Coach Jay Clark led the program to its first ever title and the team’s success resulted in Georgia offering him and his assistants a chance to coach the Gym Dogs. But Clark says he’s staying at LSU…
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An arrest has been made in the case where the torso of 19-year-old Sheryl Turner of New Iberia was found floating the Ouachita River, on January 24th. Catahoula Parish Sheriff Detective Dewain Littleton says 29-year-old Anthony Holland, Junior of West Monroe confessed that he dismembered and disposed of her body.
Cut 9 (13) “…not why.”
Multiple law enforcement agencies collaborated in the investigation including the FBI.

The full House has approved legislation that would remove the requirement that businesses must give minors at least a 20 minute break if they work five consecutive hours. Opponents are concerned about over working 16 and 17-year-olds. Denham Springs Representative Roger Wilder says Mississippi does not have a mandatory break for minors and there no major problems…
cut 7 (05) “…so false”
The measure heads to the Senate for more consideration.

Governor Jeff Landry held a press conference today to explain the need for a constitutional convention. Landry is pushing for a convention to be held in May and any changes would need voter approval in November. Landry says a presidential election is a perfect time for voters to weigh in on a reorganized constitution…
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Democrats have asked what’s the rush to holding a constitutional convention.

Tonight is the NFL draft. Former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels could be the number two overall pick and receiver Malik Nabers is also another Top ten pick. W-W-L radio draft expert Mike Detillier says the Giants could use the sixth pick to take Nabers…
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An effort to repeal the state’s mandatory motorcycle helmet law appears dead for the session after the bill failed to pass out of the Senate Transportation Committee. Vernon Parish Representative Rodney Schamerhorn is the author of the legislation. He agrees deaths will likely go up if his bill passes, but he believes in personal choice…
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But Caddo Parish Coroner Todd Thoma says not only will highway deaths go up, so will serious injuries as a result of helmetless motorcycle riders…
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The panel made no motion to advance the legislation to the Senate floor, which likely means the bill is dead for the session.

An effort to hold a constitutional convention on May 20th clears its first legislative hurdle. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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And the USS Kidd will begin its journey from Baton Rouge to Houma today for $3 million worth of repairs and restoration. The battleship has been in the capital city since 1982 and hasn’t been overhauled for over 60 years.

The Saints are scheduled to have the number 14 overall pick tonight in the NFL Draft. There have been rumors about the Saints trading up in the first round to pick their favorite player at receiver or offensive tackle. Locked On Saints Podcast Host  Ross Jackson…

Cut 17 (16) “…opportunity there.”

Authorities are asking for help in finding the person or persons responsible for shooting a dolphin multiple times that was found on West Mae Beach in Cameron Parish March 13^th. Matt Walia with NOAA says it’s a violation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

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You’re asked to call the NOAA Enforcement Hotline.

House Governmental Affairs has approved the legislation calling Louisiana to convene a constitutional convention on May 20th. Governor Landry wants 171 delegates to streamline the current constitution. Former state representative Neil Abramson says that can be accomplished by moving items out of the constitution and into state law
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The vote was nine to five in favor of the constitutional convention and the vote went down party lines. Baton Rouge Democrat Denise Marcelle asked what’s the big hurry in holding a constitutional convention next month…
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Democrats also do not like the idea of holding the constitutional convention during the final two weeks of the regular session.

Federal officials are offering a 20-thousand dollar reward for information that leads to the criminal conviction of the person who fatally shot a bottlenose dolphin multiple times. Matt Walia with NOAA’s Fisheries Office of Compliance says the dead dolphin was found on West Mae Beach in Cameron Parish on March 13th…
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Anyone with information is urged to contact the NOAA Enforcement Hotline.

The Saints have the 14th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft tonight and they need an offensive tackle. Ross Jackson host of the Locked on Saints podcast says there should be a few offensive tackles available at 14….
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Former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels could go to the Washington Commanders who have the second overall pick.

Governor Jeff Landry will hold a press conference in the next hour to discuss the state’s need for a constitutional convention. Landry wants remove items out of the constitution and put into state law, giving legislators more flexibility when there is a budget deficit. He says it will prevent deep cuts to health care and higher ed…
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Democrats say they are in the dark on what items will be moved out of the constitution.

The full House has approved a bill that removes the requirement that businesses must provide minor workers a 30-minute break if they work for five consecutive hours. Denham Springs Representative Roger Wilder says the policy prevents teens from landing work with some businesses…
cut 6 (09) “…hire the kids”
The measure heads to the Senate for more discussion.

The Senate Transportation Committee has put the brakes on a bill that sought to repeal the state’s mandatory motorcycle helmet law. Beau Gaspard has more…
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says has graduated its 36th cadet class. 19 newly commissioned agents are ready to begin, enforcing hunting, fishing and boating regulations. Gavin Bazer of Benton was awarded the physical fitness award and also had the highest overall score among the new cadets.

The House Governmental Affairs committee has approved legislation that will lead to a constitutional convention. The delegates of the convention will be asked to streamline the constitution and give state lawmakers more budget flexibility when the state is facing a deficit. Baton Rouge Democrat Denise Marcelle complained that Governor Landry’s transition team are the only ones who know what will be done during the convention…
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More discussion will take place on the House floor.

Tonight is the NFL draft at 7 PM. Former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels could be the number two overall pick and receiver Malik Nabers is also another Top ten pick. W-W-L radio draft expert Mike Detillier says the Giants could use the sixth pick to take Nabers…
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A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person who fatally shot a dolphin in the Gulf of Mexico. Brooke Thorington has more.
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The Catahoula Parish Sheriff’s Office says a West Monroe man has admitted to the brutal murder of 19-year-old Sheryl Turner of New Iberia. Her dismembered body was found in the Ouachita River in Catahoula Parish in January. Detectives says Anthony Holland killed Turner during a sexual act and then used a large kitchen knife to cut up her body.